Key Responsibilities:


Identifying research gaps in line with the Institute’s research priority areas;
Development of research proposals in the relevant research thematic area;
Implementing pre-clinical and clinical research projects and/or supervise designated aspects of the work;
Conducting medical examinations and writing medical reports;
General diagnosis, care, treatment and provision of specialized clinical care for study participants;
Conducting community diagnosis, care and treatment during Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities;
Establishing strategic partnerships for research, training, innovations, technology;
Sourcing for grants to fund the approved research protocols;
Supervising junior professional and technical staff attached to his/her pre-clinical and clinical research program,
Monitoring and evaluating implementation of research projects;
Writing manuscripts, reports and translating research findings into lay language;
Disseminating and translating research findings for evidence based policy formulations and implementation;
Identifying technology with potential for intellectual property protection;


Vacancy Requirements:


At least eight (8) years relevant work experience    Mandatory
Diploma in Clinical Medicine;    Mandatory
Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine such as Anaesthesia, Oral Health, ENT, Pediatrics, Lung/Skin, Orthopedics, Reproductive Health, Epidemiology, dermatoenerology, Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
Master’s Degree in Public health will be added advantage    Mandatory
Membership to a relevant professional body;    Mandatory
Additional training in clinical trials management/ project management related field and research ethics is an added advantage    Mandatory
Valid practicing license where applicable    Mandatory
Aleast five years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added advantage.    Mandatory
Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice”, “Human Subjects Protection” and ICH training skill; and Good understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and clinical trial regulations    Mandatory
Proficiency in computer application skills.    Mandatory
Has a good understanding of role of micronutrients in human health    Mandatory
Ability to speak local dialect will be added advantage    Mandatory
Carrying out clinical trials    Mandatory
Building staff capacity through mentorship and effective leadership in the management of clinic activities    Mandatory
Communication Skills    Mandatory
Interpersonal Skills    Mandatory
Team player    Mandatory